Tapestry Collection by Hilton debuts in Northern Ireland

Hilton has announced the opening of The Marcus Portrush as part of the Tapestry Collection by Hilton, marking the brand’s debut in Northern Ireland. The 80-room hotel is situated in Portrush, which is set along the North Atlantic coastline. The Marcus Portrush occupies a restored Victorian building that served as a hotel and artisan bakery for over 85 years between 1895 and the 1980s. The £11m renovation has carefully preserved historic features, including original mosaic signage, decorative floor mosaics reflecting the site’s rich hospitality heritage, and the restored tiled façade. Historical photographs displayed throughout the hotel celebrate Portrush’s heritage as a Victorian tourist resort, while the interior design draws inspiration from the surrounding coastline. The hotel’s decor is also inspired by the fictional character Marcus, a comic-book-style adventurer, illustrations of whom adorn the walls. Younger guests can enjoy a complimentary storybook, ‘The Adventures of Marcus’. Nemesis, the hotel’s Asian fusion restaurant, is named after the mythical giant octopus from Marcus’s tales. The menu offers reimagined classics such as Irish sirloin steak with bone marrow butter and Asian steak sauce, as well as Korean bibimbap. The Heritage Cocktail Bar meanwhile has a curated drinks list that features cocktails crafted from artisan Irish spirits and select international favourites. Signature serves include the Orra Margarita. Nearby attractions include the Bushmills Whiskey Distillery and the UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Giant’s Causeway. The hotel will open in time to welcome guests for golf’s 153rd Open Championship, which is returning to Royal Portrush Golf Club from 13–20 July 2025, its first staging in Northern Ireland since 2019. Developed under a franchise agreement with Andras House Ltd, the hotel is expected to boost the local economy by £1.1m in annual visitor spending and will create over 40 permanent jobs. Stephen Cassidy, senior vice president, UK and Ireland, Hilton, said: “Northern Ireland has seen a strong rise in tourism in recent years, drawing travellers from around the world to experience its unique charm. As the only internationally branded hotel in Portrush, The Marcus Portrush, Tapestry Collection by Hilton, offers high-quality accommodation with an authentic local touch – making it the perfect base for visitors eager to explore all that Northern Ireland has to offer.” Rajesh Rana, director at Andras House, added: “I am delighted to be welcoming our first guests to this exciting and high-profile project. Portrush has so much history and fond memories created here over the years, and our architects and designers have responded by delivering a scheme that embody these stories in a modern style. “This investment of £11m will bring much needed modern hotel accommodation to the area, helping to regenerate the Main Street of Portrush and secure its future as a must-go tourism destination.”

Tapestry Collection by Hilton debuts in Northern Ireland

Developed under a franchise agreement with Andras House Ltd, the hotel is expected to boost the local economy by £1.1m

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